Formerly
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfɔɹmɚli/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Formerly is an adverb meaning at some time in the past.
Meaning
at some time in the past.
More Meanings
- previously; once
Example Sentences
This ranch was formerly owned by slaveholders.
Xenia Robertson, formerly known as Xenia Isaamov, is from Ukraine.
Synonyms for formerly
Depending on context, synonyms include afore, aforehand, already, antecedently, before, beforehand.
Antonyms for formerly
Common opposites include currently, subsequently.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include once, erstwhile, beforetime, ago, previously, before.
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